United States
U.S. Immigrant Visa — Printed Photo Photo
51×51 mm — formatted to the published photo dimensions for this document.
Requirements last reviewed: August 26, 2026
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Photo requirements
Photo size51×51 mm (2″ × 2″)
Head height1–1.375 in
Eye position1.125–1.375 in from the bottom
BackgroundPlain white or off-white background with no shadows, texture or lines
ExpressionNeutral facial expression, both eyes open, mouth closed
GlassesGlasses are not allowed
Head coveringsNot allowed unless worn daily for religious or medical reasons; the full face must be visible
Photo ageTaken within the last 6 months
The photo must not be digitally altered or retouched. No filters, no beauty apps, no background editing.
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Frequently asked questions
Official source
Issuing agency: U.S. Department of State
View official requirementsPassportSelf is an independent photo-formatting service and is not affiliated with any government agency. We format photos according to the published technical requirements selected by the customer. Government agencies make the final decision regarding photo acceptance.